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MRA reports November sales down from October, retailers hopeful for a boost from last-minute holiday shopping

LANSING, Mich. – Michigan retailers reported a decrease in November sales over October, but remain optimistic as shoppers use the final days before Christmas to buy holiday gifts.

The November Retail Index survey came in at 46.3,

Michigrain Distillery’s pivot during the COVID shutdown saved the day

By MEEGAN HOLLAND
Photos STEVE JESSMORE

LANSING – It’s a story we’ve heard over and over again during the pandemic – businesses that have figured out how to pivot to make the most of a dire situation.

Music retailers find their rhythm in a pandemic through improvisation

By SHANDRA MARTINEZ
Photos STEVE JESSMORE

A lot of people have been making music during the pandemic. Manufacturers of keyboards and guitars are reporting record sales. So,